Anatomy of the Skeleton Flashcard

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What is the appendicular skeleton?

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The appendicular skeleton consists of the bones of the limbs and the girdles that attach them to the axial skeleton. It includes the shoulder girdle, pelvis, and the bones of the arms and legs.

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What is the function of the scapula?

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The scapula, or shoulder blade, connects the humerus (upper arm bone) with the clavicle (collarbone) and provides attachment points for muscles that facilitate arm movement.

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What bone is located on the thumb side of the forearm?

Back

The radius is the bone located on the thumb side of the forearm, opposite the ulna.

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How many bones are there in the adult human body?

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There are 206 bones in the adult human body.

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What is the scientific name for the skull?

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The scientific name for the skull is the cranium.

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What are the two main divisions of the human skeleton?

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The two main divisions of the human skeleton are the axial skeleton and the appendicular skeleton.

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What bones make up the axial skeleton?

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The axial skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage.

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What is the role of the vertebral column?

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The vertebral column, or spine, protects the spinal cord and supports the head and body.

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What is the function of the rib cage?

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The rib cage protects the heart and lungs and assists in the process of breathing.

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What is the pelvic girdle?

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The pelvic girdle is a bony structure that connects the spine to the lower limbs and supports the weight of the upper body when sitting and standing.